Tracking the traffickers
They are the quintessential 21st century crimes. Global, hard to track, low risk for the criminal gangs orchestrating them and characterised by vast proceeds that are laundered through the world financial system with virtual impunity: drugs trafficking, weapons trafficking, and the fastest growing of all - human trafficking.
21st century partnerships between banks, investigators and law enforcement are starting to uncover the tracks of 21st century criminals. And the information gleaned from financial transactions could provide victims with evidence in court, which will lessen the burden on their testimony and lead to stronger convictions. All of which could finally put some human traffickers out of business.
